Lesson 82 of 88 · Argumentative Essay

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Argumentative: Space Exploration Funding

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Is spending on space exploration justified when there are problems on Earth.

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List 3 things you'd change about your school. Just list, no explanation.

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Instructions

Is spending on space exploration justified when there are problems on Earth?

What to Include

Claim

State a clear, debatable claim.

Evidence

Support with facts, data, or examples.

Counterclaim

Address the opposing viewpoint.

Reasoning

Explain how evidence supports the claim.

Conclusion

Restate claim and summarize key points.

Creative Writing

Is spending on space exploration justified when there are problems on Earth?

What to include:

Claim: State a clear, debatable claim.
Evidence: Support with facts, data, or examples.
Counterclaim: Address the opposing viewpoint.
Reasoning: Explain how evidence supports the claim.
Conclusion: Restate claim and summarize key points.

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